Door-to-door Businesses

Get a Direct Seller's License

It is the company's responsibility to obtain the Government of Alberta Direct Seller's License. To apply, visit Service Alberta or phone 310-0000.

Apply for a Police Information Check

Visit Medicine Hat Police Service or phone 403-502-8916.

Apply for a Business License

When you have your Police Information Check and Direct Seller's License, you can apply for a City Business License.

Apply online

Fees vary depending on whether you are a Medicine Hat resident. See list of fees below:

Fees and Charges

When doing door-to-door activities

• You must carry the ID card which was issued to you
• Only engage in sales between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., and not on statutory holidays
• Always be respectful

A City Business License is not required if door-to-door activities do not involve sales of any kind. Examples include:

• Fundraising for registered non-profits
• Marketing or promotion not involving sales
• Information gathering by governments, law enforcement, fire services, etc.

Alberta Rules and Regulations